Wadhwani AI Center

Conducting research on the governance, geopolitics, and national security implications of AI and other advanced technologies

The Wadhwani AI Center at CSIS conducts high-impact research on the policy implications of artificial intelligence, with a focus on national security, geopolitics, economic competitiveness, and global governance.  

Since 2023, the Wadhwani AI Center has been shaping the global conversation on AI policy through expert analysis and as a trusted source of insights for the U.S. government as well as international allies and partners. Our team frequently advises bipartisan U.S. government officials and civil servants, including Congressional testimony, private briefings, and published reports. As part of our research, we regularly engage with leading AI companies and academic researchers.

Governments around the world are struggling with the unique governance challenges posed by AI. Wadhwani AI Center experts analyze and propose solutions for national and multilateral AI governance efforts.

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Global competition for leadership in AI and advanced technology has risen to unprecedented levels. Research from the Wadhwani AI Center investigates how emerging technologies affect the balance of power between nations, semiconductor export controls efforts, and U.S. economic security.

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Wadhwani AI Center experts analyze the challenges and opportunities posed by AI for national security and defense. Discover how the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. intelligence community can responsibly accelerate AI adoption for national security impact.

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The EU AI Continent Action Plan

Will the EU “AI Continent Action Plan” reinvigorate European AI innovation? Dr. Laura Caroli breaks down the key elements of this framework to boost AI development and adoption across the continent and unpacks how it relates to other prominent EU AI initiatives.

Critical Questions by Laura Caroli — April 22, 2025

The AI Policy Podcast

A New Vision for Advancing AI Governance with Andrew Freedman

Andrew Freedman, Chief Strategic Officer at Fathom, joins to discuss the origins and purpose of Fathom, key initiatives shaping AI policy around the country, and the current administrations approach to AI governance.

Podcast Episode by Gregory C. Allen — April 16, 2025

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DeepSeek: A Deep Dive

China’s DeepSeek AI tests U.S. chip controls, raising concerns over smuggled tech and growing self-reliance. Experts urge tougher enforcement to protect U.S. dominance.

Congressional Testimony by Gregory C. Allen — April 8, 2025

The AI Policy Podcast

Mapping Chinese AI Regulation with Matt Sheehan

Matt Sheehan, fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, joins to speak on China and AI today. 

Podcast Episode by Gregory C. Allen — April 2, 2025

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The Truth of the Matter

Drones and AI on the Ukrainian Battlefield

Kateryna Bondar, fellow in the CSIS Wadhwani AI Center, joins the podcast to discuss how Ukraine is using AI-driven unmanned systems to reduce direct warfighter involvement while enhancing combat effectiveness.

Podcast Episode by H. Andrew Schwartz and Kateryna Bondar — April 2, 2025

CSIS the truth of the matter